Information Governance Officer

Grace Schools, Ely, CB7 4JU

24 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  7 December 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  13 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Point 26-30 - £38,510- £42,123 FTE (approximately £23,106 - £25,273 pro-rata)

Information Governance Officer job summary

Information Governance Officer

The post is based at Grace Schools' central offices in Ely, with some travel to our academies across the Trust and hybrid working arrangements depending upon the working pattern.

Salary: Point 26 - 30 (£38,510 - £42,123 FTE), approximately £23,106 - £25,273 pro-rata

3 days per week, flexible options available

This is an exciting time to join Grace Schools in this newly established post. The Information Governance Officer will act as the Data Protection Officer for Grace Schools, and will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our Trust complies with the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information (FOI), and Environmental Information Regulations (EIR).

Acting as the Trust's subject matter expert, the postholder will safeguard sensitive data, implementing robust processes, and driving a strong culture of compliance across all our schools.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and process Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, including document review, redaction and the preparation of responses.
• Maintain the Trust’s Central Data Breach Log, investigate incidents to determine root causes, recommend corrective measures, and handle formal reporting to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) when required.
• Perform routine compliance audits across our academies, producing clear, actionable improvement plans.
• Prepare key compliance metrics, risk updates, and breach statistics for the Governance & Assurance Lead, Executive Team, and Audit & Risk Committee.
• Ensure supplier compliance by overseeing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), and standard processor clauses in all procurement.

What we are looking for:

• Strong current knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, FOI legislation, ICO guidance and DPO independence requirements
• Proven experience managing UK GDPR, FOI, and EIR compliance (preferably within an educational, multi-academy trust, or public sector setting).
• Demonstrated experience handling complex SARs, redactions, and ICO breach investigations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with Headteachers, the People Team and legal advisers.
• Ability to manage multiple live cases, prioritise competing deadlines and maintain accurate case records

What we can offer:

• 27 days plus bank holidays as annual leave (FTE) plus a closure period over Christmas break

• GP 24/7 service with access to an online health and wellbeing hub and annual flu vaccinations

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Access to Eyecare Vouchers

• Discount Schemes

• A number of pension options are available including the local government pension scheme

• Friendly and close-knit team

• A commitment to on-going professional development

• Inclusive policies and practices

About Grace Schools

It is an exciting time to join us as we move into the next era as Grace Schools.

Grace Schools represents our commitment to the founding principles established by the Diocese of Ely and the unique position we have supporting schools of all faiths and none.

We exist to create the foundations to build successful futures. Our pupils deserve educational excellence, and we are committed to delivering that entitlement to ensure all our students secure the knowledge, confidence, and expertise to succeed in their later lives.

We recognise the importance of continually improving the quality of education across our schools. As a result, we invest in developing our curriculum, teaching, and wider provision to ensure these improvements are realised and sustained. Our schools give children the chance to learn, know and lead in a happy and inclusive environment. Most importantly, we provide them with a firm foundation for the future and the opportunity to succeed.

We are especially proud of the recognition given to the Trust having been previously awarded MAT of the Year at the National Schools Awards. This award is testament to the hard work and dedication of our whole staff team and the high-quality provision they offer to all the children who attend our schools.

Please visit our website to find out more: www.graceschools.org.uk

How to apply

Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application. All applications must be completed in full on My New Term.

Closing Date: Monday 7 December, midday

Interview date: Tuesday 15 December 2026

Grace Schools is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Grace Schools

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-diocese-of-ely-multi-academy-trust

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